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Re: TPI complete transplant, 83 k10
« Reply #60 on: November 24, 2014, 08:43:15 PM »
Did you search the post I talked about?
Well I searched it about the fuel. I'll check it out for headers. Thanks

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Re: TPI complete transplant, 83 k10
« Reply #61 on: November 24, 2014, 09:12:04 PM »
Do you have a Pep Boys auto parts near you?
 A few of the Pep Boys here in Mass have a speed shop section. Its a real speed shop (not just a few cheap chrome air cleaners). They will match Summit & Jegs prices. It might be worth buying the headers there.  If there is a figment issue you can return them to the store and not have to deal with shipping them back.




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Re: TPI complete transplant, 83 k10
« Reply #62 on: November 24, 2014, 09:18:12 PM »
Yea we sure do. I'll check it out

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Re: TPI complete transplant, 83 k10
« Reply #63 on: November 25, 2014, 10:08:35 AM »
These should fit the truck: http://www.summitracing.com/parts/hed-66099
This is a post on the ZZ4 motor and headers.  Unless you plan to upgrade I wouldn't get the 1.75 primaries.

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Re: TPI complete transplant, 83 k10
« Reply #64 on: November 26, 2014, 11:40:31 AM »
Ok got the header thing figured. Ordering today.
Going with the 87 sending unit and vet pump.
Ordering the speed sensor today. And I think I'm going to just get a chip to delete the VATS.

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Re: TPI complete transplant, 83 k10
« Reply #65 on: November 26, 2014, 07:49:44 PM »
Sweet! Keep it goin man. We expect lots of pictures.
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Re: TPI complete transplant, 83 k10
« Reply #66 on: November 27, 2014, 12:22:58 AM »
What headers did you buy?

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Re: TPI complete transplant, 83 k10
« Reply #67 on: November 27, 2014, 10:31:35 AM »
The Headman 69099 for D-port heads with angle plugs.

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Re: TPI complete transplant, 83 k10
« Reply #68 on: November 29, 2014, 05:38:34 PM »
Hey fellas
Got the engine out of the truck, got all the wiring out of the Vet. We pushed the truck outside for cleaning, I'm going to get some M30 degreaser and some floor dry in a bit. Gonna soak down the engine compartment and pressure washer it tomorrow.
Here's a couple pics.

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Re: TPI complete transplant, 83 k10
« Reply #69 on: November 29, 2014, 07:15:47 PM »
Nice. Keep going.
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Re: TPI complete transplant, 83 k10
« Reply #70 on: November 30, 2014, 03:59:05 PM »
Got the engine bay cleaned and pressure washed with simple green. I'll be dropping it in tomorrow after work

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Re: TPI complete transplant, 83 k10
« Reply #71 on: November 30, 2014, 11:14:14 PM »
We like this updating. Don't forget pics
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Re: TPI complete transplant, 83 k10
« Reply #72 on: December 02, 2014, 07:14:37 PM »
Ok got it in tonight. It was about the easiest engine install I've ever done.
Now I have to do some research on were the computer gets its power, wether to use the truck harness for alternator, and so on. After I got it sat a lot of wiring questions came to mind.
I hope someone can chime in.

My Headman 69099 headers came in, now these are D port specific headers, I also ordered a collector adapter with a 02 BUNG welded in. I'll listen that number later.

I'm also wanting to remove the smog pump, so I have to find the correct belt.

Here's a pic of it setting in. 


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Re: TPI complete transplant, 83 k10
« Reply #73 on: December 02, 2014, 08:10:00 PM »
I would utilize the factory harness for all sensors, power distribution, grounds and accessories; alternator, AC, starter, oil press, water temp, etc.
I would use the factory harness to control the motor and it's required sensors for running the motor.  Are you planning on sorting out the factory Vette harness?

Looks nice in there.   I have one in the 2WD K5 I was working on...

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Re: TPI complete transplant, 83 k10
« Reply #74 on: December 02, 2014, 08:40:36 PM »
I plan on using the Vet harness. My question is how will I get power to my lights and ignition and so on. Or I guess I could splice into the truck harness were the Vet harness stops.

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